City life Quote by Kwame Anthony Appiah
“There are many people of cosmopolitan temperament who are not from the elites of their societies or the world; and while, for a variety of reasons, I think a cosmopolitan spirit does naturally go with city life, that's the life of a very large proportion of human beings today. And I don't think rural people can't be cosmopolitan, in my sense.”
About This Quote
The idea is that a worldly outlook isn’t limited to privileged urban elites; many ordinary people, even in rural settings, can embrace a broad, inclusive perspective.
In simple terms: Cosmopolitanism isn’t elite‑only.
Key Takeaway
Broad outlook transcends status.
Themes
social class
urban vs rural
global mindset
inclusion
cultural openness
Mood
thoughtful
optimistic
reflective
Type
observation
analysis
commentary
When to use this quote
- urban professionals discussing global issues
- rural community leaders engaging with diverse cultures
- students from varied backgrounds adopting inclusive values
Key Concepts
cosmopolitan temperament
elite vs non‑elite
city life influence
Practical Applications
- designing inclusive civic programs
- creating cross‑regional cultural exchanges
Questions to Reflect On
- How does environment shape a cosmopolitan identity?
- What barriers prevent rural populations from adopting global perspectives?
![“[Rural people] have a different lifestyle, and they don't want to change it. They're happy with the way things are. It's causing the party political problems.” quote by Collin Peterson](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/img-quotes/a07/collin-peterson-19338_different_rural-people-have-a-different-lifestyle_161441.jpg)
